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VX52 WUA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 157,309 miles on the clock, averaging 8,674 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for VX52 WUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,309
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,674

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,309 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,203
Average per year8,674
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VX52 WUA 42k71k100k129k157k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,309 miles
Since last MOT+12,203 miles
PASS
Mileage145,106 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage135,547 miles
Since last MOT+8,258 miles
PASS
Mileage127,289 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,237 miles
Since last MOT+5,137 miles
PASS
Mileage122,100 miles
Since last MOT+4,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,784 miles
Since last MOT+5,641 miles
PASS
Mileage112,143 miles
Since last MOT+9,022 miles
PASS
Mileage103,121 miles
Since last MOT+10,019 miles
PASS
Mileage93,102 miles
Since last MOT+9,608 miles
PASS
Mileage83,494 miles
Since last MOT+9,110 miles
PASS
Mileage74,384 miles
Since last MOT+8,893 miles
PASS
Mileage65,491 miles
Since last MOT+12,065 miles
PASS
Mileage53,426 miles
Since last MOT+11,160 miles
PASS
Mileage42,266 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 WUA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVX — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VX52 WUA

What car is VX52 WUA?

VX52 WUA is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VX52 WUA?

The last recorded mileage for VX52 WUA was 157,309 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VX52 WUA passed its MOT?

VX52 WUA has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2018.

Is VX52 WUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX52 WUA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is VX52 WUA?

VX52 WUA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.